Guide to NYC Live Comedy Shows This Week: October 12 – October 18, 2017

Live Comedy in New York City This Week:

New York features some of the best live comedy in the world every single night, from Manhattan to Queens, Brooklyn and beyond. But with so many to choose from, it can be difficult to find them all and nearly impossible to decide which shows to see. Every week, Christine Marie Evans and Emily Cohen curate this list, carefully reviewing dozens of shows every night, to select the live stand up comedy shows you need check out. Comedy producers can submit their show for consideration for our listings each week.

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THURSDAY 10/12

Show: Nerdy, Dirty, DarkVenue: Cantina RoyalLocation: 58 North 3rd Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY Time: 9pmDescription of Show and Lineup: Nerdy, Dirty, Dark pushes everyone a little out of their comfort zone by making comedians open their sets with a nerdy joke, do a dirty joke in the middle and end their set with a dark joke. This is a unique show you won’t want to miss!Hosted by David Piccolomini (NPR) and featuring:Casey James Salengo (CC Half Hour)Harrison Greenbaum (America’s Got Talent)Martin Urbano (Jimmy Kimmel)Emily Winter (TV Land)Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nerdy-dirty-dark-ft-harrison-greenbaum-casey-james-salengo-tickets-38512810854

Show: James AdomianVenue: Carolines on BroadwayLocation: 1626 Broadway NYCTime: 7:30pmDescription of Show and Lineup: JAMES ADOMIAN is a comedian and actor who is well known for his standup, characters and impressions. He can be seen in David Cross’ feature directorial debut HITS, and in forthcoming feature films LOVE AFTER LOVE and ADVENTURES OF DRUNKY. He just wrapped filming on the UNTITLED CHRISTOPHER MORRIS film, alongside Anna Kendrick. He has guest starred on Comedy Central’s @MIDNIGHT, THE MELTDOWN and DRUNK HISTORY, on Adult Swim’s CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL and on IFC’s COMEDY BANG! BANG! as a variety of guest characters. As Bernie Sanders, James is one-half of TRUMP VS. BERNIE, a comedy debate act that includes a memorable guest appearance on Comedy Central, and two TV specials for Fusion, along with a live international tour in 2016 and a #1 Comedy Album (TRUMP VS BERNIE: LIVE IN BROOKLYN).James performed standup on JOHN OLIVER’S NEW YORK STAND UP SHOW on Comedy Central, and on NBC’s LAST COMIC STANDING where he was a Top 10 finalist. James has also performed to much acclaim over the years at the JUST FOR LAUGHS Festival in Montreal and many other top comedy festivals. He works as a voiceover artist on numerous animated shows including AMERICAN DAD, VENTURE BROTHERS, Disney’s FUTURE WORM and Nickelodeon’s PIG GOAT BANANA CRICKET. He is also a beloved regular guest on the Earwolf podcast network, where his debut standup comedy album LOW HANGIN FRUIT was released in 2012.Ticket Link: http://www.carolines.com/comedian/james-adomian/

*SHOWS FRIDAY 10/13, SATURDAY 10/14 & SUNDAY 10/15 AS WELL*

Show: Hooray For Boobies!Venue: The Stand NYCLocation: 239 3rd Avenue NYCTime: 8pmDescription of Show and Lineup: “HOORAY FOR BOOBIES!®” produces several fundraising events to benefit the American Cancer Society including “Relay for Laughs” which has featured some of the top comic in the country including: Colin Quinn, Keith Robinson, Jim Norton, Esther Ku and Donnell Rawlings.Hooray for Boobies is a production company dedicated to organizing fundraising events such as “Relay for Laughs” and the annual Hooray for Boobies party.Ticket Link: http://thestandnyc.ticketfly.com/event/1571707-jenny-saldana-hooray-for-new-york/

Show: On A Lighter NoteVenue: Halyard’s BarLocation: 406 3rd Ave, Brooklyn NYTime: 8:00pmDescription of Show and Lineup: Face it. The world is garbage right now. But there’s always a silver lining! Lighten your mood at “On a Lighter Note” where Dan Wilbur hosts the finest comics in NYC – bringing you raw & uncensored stand-up. The only caveat? Every comedian MUST leave the stage by saying something positive. It’s a free comedy show with guaranteed laughs. If that doesn’t cheer you up, there will be random chances to win a free drink throughout the show! Jena Friedman (Daily Show, Late Show)Nore Davis (Comedy Central, MTV)Josh Gondelman (Last Week Tonight)Giulia Rozzi (TEDx, Moth GrandSLAM)Shane Torres (Conan, Comedy Bang! Bang!)Ticket Link: https://lighternotecomedy.tumblr.com

FRIDAY 10/13

Show: Relationshit! Special Halloween RelationScaresVenue: QEDLocation: 27-16 23rd Avenue Astoria, QueensTime: 9:30pmDescription of Show and Lineup: Hosted by Lynn Bixenspan and Morgan Pielli, Relationshit features a mix of stories about all kinds of relationships and good old-fashioned new-fangled advice from REAL-LIVE THERAPISTS ONSTAGE. Be a voyeur into one person’s therapy session! This show featuring HARROWING TALES with*:Katie Skiff (The PIT)Kambri Crews (QED, Burn Down The Ground: A emoir)Erin Rose Chan (“The President Show”)Ticket Link: https://qedastoria.com/collections/lynn-bixenspan-and-morgan-pielli/products/relationshit-12

Show: Richard LewisVenue: Carolines on BroadwayLocation: 1626 Broadway NYCTime: 7:30pmDescription of Show and Lineup: Lewis has taken his lifelong therapy fodder and carved it into a commanding, compelling art form. His early career as a stand-up brought him to the top of his ranks. Over time and through a variety of mediums, he broadened his exposure and more and more came on board to appreciate his brilliantly warped world. The NY Times said, “This renowned comedian, often considered to be the heir to Lenny Bruce, is a master of long form storytelling who turns his endless neurotic energy into brilliant comedy.” Comedy Central has recognized Mr. Lewis as one of the top 50 stand-up comedians of all time and he was charted on GQ Magazine’s list of the ’20th Century’s Most Influential Humorists’. In December of 1989, Lewis achieved a very personal goal…he performed at Carnegie Hall to a standing room only audience.Ticket Link: http://www.carolines.com/comedian/richard-lewis/

Show: Creek Cave LiveVenue: The Creek and The CaveLocation: 10-93 Jackson Avenue LICTime: 8pmDescription of Show and Lineup: Creek Cave Live (CCL) is the touring arm of The Creek & The Cave, when we are not on the road we bring you the an amazing showcase full of Creek favorites, comics just passing through and some of the best stand up comics living in NYC.Because we love comedy and our audiences so much we give you a free PBR for supporting our space! And if you’re a dear and sit in the front row we give you a free shot!Ticket Link: http://creeklic.com/events/creek-cave-live-5-2017-10-06/

Show: Dov DavidoffVenue: Gotham Comedy ClubLocation: 208 W. 23rd Street NYCTime: 8pmDescription of Show and Lineup: Dov hails from a junkyard in Englishtown, New Jersey and now lives with his wife Jessica and their dog in Brooklyn. He also spent some time on an Ashram in Southern India as a child, and will never go back. As an actor, Dov played opposite Mark Wahlberg in the film Invincible, as well as ongoing roles on NBC’s Shades of Blue, and HBO’s Crashing. He’s also been seen on The League on FX, Raines on NBC, Law & Order, Boston Legal, and Maron.As a comedian he’s written and performed two one-hour standup specials for television and has appeared on The Tonight Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Chappelle’s Show, Showtime, Comedy Central, and many others. Ticket Link: http://gothamcomedyclub.com/event.cfm?id=493527&cart

LIVE COMEDY MONDAY 10/16

Show: New York’s Funniest Stand-Up CompetitionVenue: Carolines on BroadwayLocation: 1626 Broadway NYCTime: 7:30pmDescription of Show and Lineup: The search is on for “New York’s Funniest Stand-Up,” a competition open to any and all comedians who think they have what it takes to be New York’s Funniest. 36 semi-finalists will be featured on showcases on October 11th (12 comics), 16th (12 comics), and the 21st (12 comics). From these three showcases, ten finalists will be chosen from an open call of hundreds to be judged by a panel of industry experts based on material, originality, and stage presence. The final show will take place as part of the 2017 New York Comedy Festival on Saturday, November 11th at 4pm at Carolines. The New York Comedy Festival runs from November 7-12. The winner will receive a cash prize and a week of performances at Carolines on Broadway.Ticket Link: http://www.carolines.com/comedian/new-yorks-funniest-stand-up-competition-semi-finals/

LIVE COMEDY WEDNESDAY 10/18

Show: HarrietVenue: LittlefieldLocation: 635 Sackett Street BrooklynTime: 8pmDescription of Show and Lineup: Best friends and New York comedians, Farah Brook and Blair Socci, started a comedy show in the East Village in 2014. They named it after Farah’s grandmother, Harriet, because they love her and she makes them laugh.They’re back for the LAST TIME for another great show at the NEW LittlefieldNYC with a portion of proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society!Featuring: Todd Barry (Bob’s Burgers, Master of None)Wyatt Cenac (People of Earth, Night Train)Josh Gondelman (Emmy Award winner for Last Week Tonight)Cocoon Central Dance Team (Broad City)& more!Hosted by:Farah Brook (Girl Code)& Blair Socci (Ladylike)Ticket Link: http://www.littlefieldnyc.com/event/1558581

Show: Benefit for The Sunrise AssociationVenue: Gotham Comedy ClubLocation: 208 W. 23rd Street NYCTime: 8pmDescription of Show and Lineup: Gotham Comedy Club is proud to host a night of laughter and fun to benefit The Sunrise Association, whose mission is to bring back the joys of childhood to children with cancer and their siblings world-wide. This mission is accomplished through the creation of Sunrise Day Camps, Year-Round Programs and In-Hospital Recreational Activities, all offered free of charge.5:30pm – Doors open for VIP Reception for Silver, Gold, & VIP ticket holders7:00pm – Doors open for General Admission & Bronze tickets8:00pm – Comedy Show Pre-show VIP Reception for VIP, Gold & Silver ticket levels – includes open bar & passed hors d’oeuvres, and continued open bar during the show.All ticket levels are welcome to purchase food & drinks from Gotham during the show. Please note General Admission & Bronze ticket levels are required to meet a two beverage minimum.Jessica KirsonMark NormandDean EdwardsJimmy FaillaTicket Link: http://gothamcomedyclub.com/event.cfm?id=494898&cart

Show: Robert KellyVenue: Comedy Cellar at The Fat Black PussycatLocation: 130 W. 3rd Street NYCTime: 8:30pmDescription of Show and Lineup: FX’s “Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll” Louie Trainwreck Robert Kelly’s comedy is deeply rooted his own life and relationships which makes it honest, abrasively funny, yet refreshingly vulnerable. He has been winning over audiences for years touring clubs, colleges and theaters, including repeat performances at Montreal’s Just For Laughs Festival. His one-hour special Robert Kelly: Live at the Village Underground debuted on Comedy Central and is now available on Netflix. Besides being a fixture on Comedy Central, Robert recently starred as Bam Bam in Denis Leary’s FX show Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll and can also be seen as Louie CK’s brother Robbie on the hit series Louie. His other acting credits include roles in Trainwreck, Maron, Benders, Nurse Jackie and Inside Amy Schumer. Robert currently hosts the top rated podcast “You Know What Dude?” that can be found on iTunes. Robert is also the co-founder of the RiotCast podcasting Network.Ticket Link: www.comedycellar.com

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